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A view from Odiorne Point State Park looking out toward the Isles of Shoals.
Courtesy Todd Selig
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Monday, May 26th is Memorial Day. The origins of Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, lie in the Civil War. Southern women laid claim to the custom of a day set aside to decorate the graves of the war dead. Union veterans laid claim to a specific date, May 30th, but it wasn't until after World War II that North and South were willing to observe Memorial Day on the same date. If you are observing the weekend as most Americans do as the semi-official start of the summer vacation season, please pause occasionally to reflect on the meaning of the holiday.
(See more on Durham's planned Memorial Day ceremonies below).
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE - MONDAY, MAY 26, 2014
Durham Parks & Recreation and the Town of Durham are honored to invite Durham citizens to its 67th Annual Memorial Day Parade and celebration!
The parade will begin at Mill Pond Road, in front of Mill Pond on Monday, May 26th at 10AM (please note location change). Please arrive at the site no later than 9:30AM if you would like to walk with us.
Immediately following the welcoming announcement, the parade will proceed down Mill Pond Road, and turn left onto Newmarket Road. From there, it will take another left onto Dover Road/Main Street and continue to Memorial Park for a second ceremony. To prevent delays, all vehicles and participants will head down Mill Road, pausing briefly for the ceremony before continuing to C Lot. All parade participants and spectators are welcome to join us in C Lot, where antique and military vehicles will be on display.
An additional ceremony will take place at the main entrance of the Memorial Union Building circle, but will not be part of the parade procession.
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FOR MEMORIAL DAY, DON’T FORGET THE COMMUNITY CEREMONY AT THE MUB
The Durham Evangelical Church organizes a very nice Memorial Day ceremony in front of the UNH Memorial Union Building on the Morse Circle each year immediately following the Town’s own parade and Memorial Day ceremony downtown, which occurs this year on May 26th.
In the past, Pastor Terry and several Veterans lead those present in an informal remembrance of fallen veterans with songs, stories, prayers, and the Newmarket Militia’s 21-musket salute in addition to placing a wreath in Morse Circle.
After the ceremony there are refreshments and conversation while many walk inside the MUB to visit New Hampshire's official state War Memorial (which opened in 1957) with stained glass by the late John Hatch of Durham.
Names of our NH residents who perished date as far back as World War I through present day’s latest war.
The UNH Memorial Union Building is just a short walk up Main Street to the MUB’s driveway.
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HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR REFUSE AND RECYCLING
All Town offices are closed on Monday, May 26th for the Memorial Day holiday. The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, May 24th for the holiday as well. There will be no collection of refuse and recycling on Monday, May 26th. Collection will be delayed one day for the rest of the week (i.e., refuse/recycling normally collected on Monday will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday's collection will be on Wednesday, etc.). There will be no commercial collection on Friday, May 30th. To view the holiday schedule, click HERE.
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ORMS STUDENTS ASSIST IN CLEAN-UP OF VARIOUS SMALL GRAVEYARDS IN TOWN
On Tuesday, May 27, 2014, ORMS students will be cleaning up in many of the small graveyards scattered over Town. They plan on removing trash, raking, and removing weeds and undergrowth. Small parties will be dropped off from school buses along town roads, walk into the cemeteries to do their work, and then be picked up by buses to travel to the next graveyard. Motorists should be extra cautious of this extra activity.
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Melissa Perusse at the National Fire Academy in front of the 9/11 Memorial located on campus. Courtesy DFD
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT MELISSA PERUSSE ATTENDS NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY IN EMMITSBURG, MD
Durham Fire Department Administrative Assistant Melissa Perusse is currently attending the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD.
Ms. Perusse is taking a Fire Service Financial Management class. This class will help Ms. Perusse expand her expertise in the budgeting process.
The entire two-week class including travel, housing, and class is all covered by the National Fire Academy.
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WATER LINE NIGHT WORK AT COE DRIVE - INTERRUPTION OF WATER SERVICE FOR RESIDENTS OF COE DRIVE AND BEARDS LANDING
The Department of Public Works Water Department will need to interrupt water service for Coe Drive and Beards Landing residents between 9PM on Thursday May 29, 2014 and 6AM on Friday May 30, 2014 to complete a portion of the water main work associated with the Coe Drive Culvert Replacement Project. Any questions please call Durham Public Works at 603-868-5578.
FOSS FARM WATER TANK REHABILITATION PROJECT GETS UNDER WAY
As part of the Foss Farm Water Tank Rehabilitation project, the Water Division will start drawing down the water level in the Foss Farm Tank starting Tuesday May 27th. This is in preparation for completely emptying the tank so the painting contractor can begin their work of repainting both the tank’s interior and exterior surfaces.
Water pressure in the UNH/Durham Water System will continue to be maintained using the Edgewood Road Water Tank and the Beech Hill Water tank while the Foss Farm Water Tank is offline for the duration of the project. The project is scheduled to be complete by the third week of August.
If property owners experience any problems with the water pressure in their home or business between Tuesday May 27th and Thursday May 29th, please notify the Department of Public Works at 603-868-5578.
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS PART-TIME SEASONAL HELP WANTED
Seasonal summer help wanted for the Department of Public Works- mowing, general landscaping and facility maintenance, support to other DPW staff, etc. If interested, please feel free to fill out an application at the Public Works office located at 100 Stone Quarry Drive. All applicants must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license to apply. Applications may be picked up at the Public Works Office, 100 Stone Quarry Drive or by calling 603-868-5578. Applications to be submitted to the Public Works Department no later than 4:00 PM, Friday, May 30, 2014. Hourly pay range $10- $12/Hr depending on experience. Looking for 1-2 reliable people at this point.
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REMINDER TO ALL DOG OWNERS, LICENSES ARE OVERDUE!
State law requires all dogs be registered annually in April. The month of May is given as a grace period. Beginning the first of June a penalty is assessed each month the dog is not licensed.
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Soffit installation started this week inside the Town Council Meeting Room. Courtesy Craig Stevens
NEW TOWN HALL CONSTRUCTION UPDATE 5/23/2014
Recent completed/ongoing items include:
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Substantial interior framing of the basement, first floor lobby and Council Chambers
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Electric and mechanical rough-ins
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Roofing is 90% complete
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Windows arrived this week
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Exterior brick masonry
Next week’s schedule:
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Complete roofing
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Start window installations
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Sprinkler system
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Plumbing rough-ins
The Project Budget:
Architectural Services Budget
Budget: $202,414.00
Paid to date $190,437.61
Architectural Contract Balance $ 11,976.39
Construction Services Budget
Original Contract Amount $1,748,160
Change Orders $0
Contract Sum to Date $1,748,160
Total Completed/Stored to Date $376,337
Retainage (10% of Completed Work) $37,636
Total Paid Less Retainage $338,701
Balance to Finish: $1,409,459
A tour of the new facility to view work accomplished to date will occur earlh this evening, Friday, May 23, 2014, at 5 PM at the new Town Hall. The walk through is open to staff, Councilors, and any others from the community who might have an interest in attending.
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LAST CHANCE TO CHANGE PARTY AFFILIATION
The NH State Primary is September 9. This seems like a very long way away. However, did you know that no changes of party affiliation can be made after June 3? At the Primary, if you are registered as a Republican, you must vote the Republican ballot; if you are registered as a Democrat, you must vote the Democrat ballot; if you are registered Undeclared, then you can choose either ballot. However, once you choose a party for voting that day, you are considered a member of that party until you change back to Undeclared. That can be done the day of the Primary or any time after the election until 90 days before the next Primary, but many people forget to do that and find themselves caught on the day of the Primary election.
You can change your party affiliation (or register to vote) at the Town Hall any day between the hours of 8:00 and 5:00 until June 3. (New residents may register to vote until September 2.) The Supervisors of the Checklist will also hold an evening session for this purpose on Tuesday June 3 from 7:00 – 8:00 PM. The last checklist was published just before the March Town Election. An updated one will be posted at the Durham Post Office as well as the Town Hall by May 23.
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BIKE A LITTLE? WALK A LOT? TAKE THE DURHAM ENERGY COMMITTEE'S TRANSPORTATION SURVEY, PLEASE
The Energy Committee invites you to take a short, anonymous survey as part of our research for the future of Durham's use of energy. We would appreciate your participation and hope that you will encourage others to participate as well. Aggregated results will be shared with the community on the Town website. They will help guide the efforts of the Town to achieve the goals for energy efficiency and resiliency set out in the Master Plan. Please take the survey by clicking HERE.
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FORECLOSURE RELIEF PROJECT - FREE HOME RETENTION CLINIC
The Legal Services Department of the NH Bar Association has launched the Foreclosure Relief Project. This project aims to assist NH homeowners of all income levels who are facing foreclosure. Homeowners can attend a FREE clinic and meet with an attorney one-on-one for free for a basic consultation.
A clinic is scheduled to be held at the Lamprey Health Care in Raymond, NH on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 from 2 - 4:00PM. The clinic will include an introduction to the Foreclosure Relief Project, a brief overview of the foreclosure process in New Hampshire, an introduction to loan modifications and other workout options, and a private meeting with an attorney to assess individual situations and advise about options.
Please contact Vanessa at 603-715-3255 or FRP@nhbar.org to pre-register. Seating is limited so pre-registration is required.
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NEW HAMPSHIRE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINISTRATION - ANNUAL LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOMEOWNERS PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
New Hampshire residents who own a homestead subject to the State Education Property Tax, resided in the homestead as of April 1, 2013, and have a total household income of $20,000 or less if a single person (or $40,000 or less if married or head of household) may apply for property tax relief during the filing period - after May 1, 2014, but no later than June 30, 2014. For more information and application form DP-8, click HERE.
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Vendors participating in the Seacoast Growers' Association Farmers' Market prepare to open for the season. Courtesy SGA
DURHAM OUTDOOR FARMERS’ MARKET OPENS MONDAY, JUNE 2ND
The Seacoast Growers' Association announces the summer opening of the Durham Farmers' Market on June 2nd.
The Durham Farmers' Market will run every Monday from 2:15-6pm, rain or shine, until October 6th. The market is located in the parking lot behind the Town Offices at 15 Newmarket Road. Take a peak at our online market maps to see who will be at market and plan your shopping list ahead of time: http://www.seacoastgrowers.org/durham-farmers-market/
Lots of fun activities are scheduled for this year, including the annual Salsa Contest.
Stay tuned for more details in upcoming Friday Updates.
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Great Bay Rowing Club held its Regatta at Jackson's Landing on May 18th . Courtey GBR
GREAT BAY ROWING CLUB HOSTED ITS SECOND ANNUAL REGATTA AT JACKSON'S LANDING
Great Bay Rowing Club, located at Jackson’s Landing Boathouse here in Durham, hosted its second annual regatta at the beautiful Jackson’s Landing site last Sunday.
Four teams from New Hampshire and Maine competed, socialized, and enjoyed great food. If you or your child would like to become involved in rowing this summer, visit the Rowing Club's web site for a variety of Camp programs designed to introduce youth and adults to the sport of rowing.
Advanced Camps are also available for those who have completed a beginner program or are returning to the sport.
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DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PARKING ENFORCEMENT, SEASONAL
The Durham, New Hampshire Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Parking Enforcement Officer. The applicant selected to serve as the part time PEO will enforce state and local parking for this nationally accredited police department. This position works 40 hours each week during the University of New Hampshire academic school year. The qualified candidate will not work holidays or during the summertime months. Additional hours may be available if the successful candidate is trained as a Booking Specialist and/or for traffic control at special events.
PEO duties will include state law and local ordinance enforcement, collection of parking meter monies, parking meter repair, traffic direction and control, some radio communications, and other duties as assigned or as applicable. Training and uniforms will be provided.
Minimum qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED, the ability to walk and/or stand for a minimum of 8 hours each day, lift/carry a minimum of 70 pounds for short distances, and must read, write and verbally communicate in the English language. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. Applicants with tattoos, brands, or body piercings visible in short sleeve shirts or short pants will be disqualified. The qualified candidate will be subject to a background and reference check.
Letter of Interest, Resume, and Town of Durham Application @ http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/police/employment-information must be received by: Capt. David Holmstock by 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 16, 2014 at: Durham Police Department, 86 Dover Road, Durham, New Hampshire 03824
The anticipated date of appointment from this selection process is
August 18, 2014. This date is subject to change.
Females and Minorities are encouraged to apply. The Durham Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.
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2013 International Colonials in Durham
DURHAM HOST FAMILIES NEEDED FOR INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS
The New England Colonials International Basketball Club is looking for Durham area families to host our 2014 International Colonials players during the team’s July 7-8 visit to Durham.
This unique team will bring together 11 players from 11 countries this summer for a three-week basketball tour of New England. Players are 16 and 17 and they are all highly recommended to us by their club or school coaches overseas. Many play for their national teams and all speak English. Hosting assignments will be for two nights.
Countries represented this summer will be Austria, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Romania, Scotland, Serbia and Switzerland.
If you would like to welcome a young player from overseas to your home in July, please call Scott Bryson at 508-734-5660, or send an email to necolonials@aol.com.
To learn more about our nonprofit, all-volunteer program, please visit http://www.newenglandcolonials.net/home.htm
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DCAT Staffer Richard Belshaw (left) with Pete Brock, former Center of the New England Patriots and President of the Patriots Alumni Association.
THE LATEST PRODUCTIONS FROM DCAT STUDIOS
DCAT talks with New England Patriotd Alumni, Pete Brock about
a free ‘Football for YOU’ Clinic @ UNH Bremner Field, Saturday & Sunday @ 6:30 PM - Run time: 11 minutes
Join your host Richard Belshaw as he talks with Patriot Alumni, Pete Brock former Center of the New England Patriots and President of the Patriots Alumni Association, the Alumni are sponsoring a free non-contact youth football clinic at Bremner Field, Saturday, May 24th from 8:30AM – 1:00PM, former Patriot Players and local high school coaches will be on hand to teach leadership, teamwork, and commitment through hard work. This video is also available on the Town’s On Demand site.
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Chief Kurz: Community Discussion Regarding Drugs in our Schools, Saturday & Sunday @ 4:30 PM - Run time: 1:12
Join Durham Police Chief David Kurz & School Resource Officer Holly Malasky as they discuss the current situation of drugs in our schools and what we can do as parents, community members to reduce drug use in our community. Sponsored by ORCSD Cross School Committee Parent Group. This video is also available on our On Demand site.
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If you’ve walked or driven by the new Town Hall, you might be wondering what is going on inside. This is your chance to take a brief video tour through the building. Join DCAT Coordinator, Craig Stevens as he walks you quickly through our new Town Hall. Please watch your step! This video is only available on the our On Demand site. Click on the DCAT Studios file. Run time: :5:50
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DCAT 22 Talent Search
Durham Cable Access TV is looking for one or two on air talent to help with occasional video projects. No experience is necessary. You must; have knowledge of Durham (local resident is ideal), good with people, entertaining, witty, comfortable in front of a camera, have the ability to work without a script, willing to work for free (yes, free), and be at least 18 years of age. DCAT is interested in talent from all age groups. Please contact DCAT Coordinator, Craig Stevens: dcat@ci.durham.nh.us or 868-5571.
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These videos are also available for viewing on the Town’s On Demand site.
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MEETINGS: SCHEDULE AND VIDEO ON DEMAND
The following public meetings are scheduled for the coming week All meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are held in the Council chambers at the Durham Town Hall unless otherwise indicated below.
Planning Board - Wednesday, May 28, 2014. To view an agenda and other information, click HERE.
All meetings recorded on DCAT are available on DVD at the Durham Public Library for checkout and viewing.
VIDEO ON DEMAND: Meetings can also be viewed via Video on Demand. Interested viewers can access the streaming site from the Town’s website at http://ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.
Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule, please click HERE.
DCAT Programming Schedule, please click HERE.
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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.
14 markers like the one seen here were placed throughout the trail system at Wagon Hill Farm. Each one represents the location of a future sign to be included in the Interpretive Trail Program, a collaboration between Durham Parks & Recreation and Oyster River Middle School’s Expeditionary Learning Project. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
R.E.A.C.H. Summer Camp 2014 - Don’t miss out! It’s not too late to sign up for the following camps:
1Ž2 Day Ropes Course & Leadership Skills (Browne Center)
ARTastic
Attitash Mountain Adventure (Attitash)
Broadway Stars
Outdoor Experience
Kayaking and Overnight Camping (Wagon Hill Farm)
Mad Science – Mad Machines & Crazy Contraptions
Outdoor Rock Climbing & Rapelling (Pawtuckaway State Park)
The Hunger Games – Archery
Unlikely Sports
Water Country
View the full camp schedule HERE
Oyster River Middle School teachers from the Osprey and Crow fifth grade teams placed markers throughout Wagon Hill Farm earlier this week. Each marker will be replaced with a 4x4 post next Tuesday during the Service Palooza. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
On The Go!: Adventure Trips for Active Adults (60+) – NEW!
Ready to get UP and GO? Find out how HERE.
Fitness for Life: View our weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE!
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Save the Date:
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Memorial Day Parade – Monday, 5/26
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Camp R.E.A.C.H. – 7/14 – 8/22
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Music by the Bay Summer Concert Series – August
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Durham Day – Saturday, Sept. 27th
Kathy Kerrigan’s Pilates class takes advantage of the sunshine at Town Landing. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
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THANK YOU FROM LETTER CARRIERS AND DURHAM POST OFFICE
The letter carriers from the Durham Post Office wishes to thank all residents who gave bags of non-perishable foods to their annual food drive on Saturday, May 10th. The over 6,000 pounds of food that was collected, which will go to the local food pantries in Durham and Lee, is greatly appreciated and will last them through the summer months and help those families in need. Great job and thank you!
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Tours of the UNH cow barns were held during last year's first annual Farm Day hosted by the Durham Agricultural Commission. Courtesy Vincent Dell'Ova.
SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Durham Farm Day, Saturday, August 16th, 10am-5pm. Organized by the Durham Agricultural Commission. Tour farms throughout town and the UNH campus. Final schedule available soon.
Free Youth Football Clinic, Saturday, May 24, 2014, 8:30AM - 2PM, Bremner Field, UNH Campus. Sponsored by New England Patriots Alumni. One day, non-contact free clinic stresses leadership, teamwork, and commitment to over 200 young athelets ages 11-14. More Information HERE.
Give & Take Meetup: Plant Swap, Saturday, May 24, 2014, 3:30 PM, St. George's Episcopal Church parking lot. Popular are veggie seedlings, divided edible perennials, herb cuttings/rootings and seeds. Free and open to the public. RSVP with the GSPG Meetup group HERE.
World Fish Migration Day, Saturday, May 24, 2014. More information HERE.
Strafford County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale, hosted by UNH Cooperative Extension, Sunday, May 25, 2014, 10AM - 2PM, Durham Town Hall Parking Lot, 15 Newmarket Rd/Route 108. For more information, click HERE.
Durham Garden Club presents “Fabulous Ferns for Your Garden”, Tuesday, May 27, 2014, beginnging at 6:30 PM with social time and refreshments, Durham Public Library. Donna Simpson will present a program on using ferns in the landscape and cover the use of ferns in the landscape and suggest plants that make especially fine companions. Free and open to the public.
Power of One: Students Creating Change Community Event, Thursday May 29, 2014, 5:00 – 6:30 PM, ORHS Cafeteria. Come see the students present their projects and to speak with them about the inspiring work they have accomplished. More information, HERE.
Growing Places Kick Off the Summer FREE Community Event, Saturday May 31, 2014, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Lee site at 56 Pinkham Road, Lee. Growing Places beach party, or stay the whole time. Children’s activities including sand dough and make your own “wave” canvas bag. Activities geared towards children ages 2-5 but ALL are welcome to come and play. Bring family and friends. More information HERE.
Healthy UNH Celebrates Walk NH Week 2014, Wednesday, Jun 4, 2014 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM beginning and ending at the UNH Whittemore Center Arena. The walk is for thre miles or less and is designed for people of all abilities. Inclement weather: walk will be held on the concourse of the Whittemore Arena. To register for the walk, click HERE.
Bobcat Bolt 5K Run/Walk benefiting the ORHS Josh & Nate Hary Awards, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 9AM, ORHS ($25 entry). 10:15AM Kids Fun Run ($5 entry). Register HERE.
Oyster River Festival, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 9AM - 1:30PM, ORHS. Free musicconcert featuring ORMS Jazz Band & Rockspring (local rock-grass band). Free kids activities, Festival BBQ, local business exhibitors. Proceeds benefit OR youth initiatives. More information HERE.
Fundraiser/Mixer Hosted by the Oyster River Alumni Association, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 8 - 11 PM, Libby's Bar & Grill. Open to the public. Live music and free appetizers. Cash Bar. $10 suggested at the door. Donation benefits the ORAA Scholarship for Oyster River Community Organizing and the Oyster River Mini Grant Initiative. More information HERE.
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DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Thanks to the Durham Fire Department for their fun visit to storytime this week! Courtesy DPL
Baby Lap-Sit, Sat. May 24th, 10:30 a.m. (for ages 2 & under with their care-givers) – Join us! We read stories, do finger plays, sing songs and socialize afterwards. You will receive a ring with finger plays to do at home.
Pre-School Storytime, Tues. May 27th at 10:30 a.m. – This week: Summer Vacation and Fish!
March with the library at the Memorial Day Parade, Mon. May 26th at 9:30 a.m. – Meet at the town landing wearing red, white and blue. We will have flags, necklaces and candy to throw. All are welcome!
Pre-School Storytime, Tues. May 27th at 10:30 a.m. – This week: Summer Vacation and Fish!
Pajama Storytime, Tues. May 27th, 6:30 p.m. – This month: Pets! Join ORPP and the Durham Library for this monthly storytime. Come wearing your pjs. We read stories about pets, make a pet craft and have a special animal visitor! Snacks are provided by ORPP and all are welcome.
Durham Garden Club, Tues. May 27th, 6:30-9:00 p.m. – Getting a fresh perspective with vertical gardening.
Durham Firemen visit with their Fire trucks for a special storytime on Thurs. May 29th at 10:30 a.m. – Don’t miss another fun storytime with the Durham Fire Department. We will read stories about firemen, make a craft and visit the fire truck outside. All are welcome!
Lego Club, Thurs. May 29th at 3:45-4:45 p.m. – Join us Thursdays to make Lego creations. Brian Turnbull will visit us with his “robot” today. Don’t miss our last Lego club of the year until the fall. We will have some lego fun during the summer reading program so check the calendar! Thanks to all the patrons who have generously donated Legos to the library. They are greatly appreciated!
Homeschoolers Activity Hour, Friday May 30th, 10:30 a.m. – This week: Summer Fun & Games! We will hear books, play some games, do some puzzles and make a craft. This group is geared to home-schoolers but all are welcome.
Crafternoon – Fri. May 30th 3:00-4:30 p.m. – Stop by the Children’s craft room on Fridays for a fun craft.
Summertime Tea, Sat. May 31st, 2:00-4:00 p.m. - Summertime... and the living was easy for many at the turn of the last century. The beaches offered amusements for both the rich and poor alike. People enjoyed dancing, vaudeville shows, bandstand concerts, the latest rides and other entertainments. Join Mrs. Gordon as she gives you a first hand account of what it was like to spend a day at the beach in 1908. Rita Parisi has been entertaining audiences for over 14 years in the New England area. In 2002, she founded Waterfall Productions to create shows that highlight her passion for theatre as well as history, literature and costuming. She has had the pleasure of performing these shows all over New England. Rita is also actively involved in the independent film scene in Boston and some of her films have been debuted at the Boston International Film Festival and Cannes film Festival. She is a member of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA). Ages 5 & up.
Oyster River Knitters, Tues. June 3rd, 7:00-9:30 p.m. - Calling all knitters (and crocheters!)... Come join your fellow fiber friends for an evening of knitting and chatting from 7-9:30. All experience levels welcome. Contact Heather Anderson (hca@iconklin.com) with any questions.
Libros Lovers, High School Book Group, Weds. June 4th, 2:45-4:00 p.m. – This month’s book is “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green. Ruth Wharton MacDonald is the facilitator. Pizza is served. Books are available at the library and all are welcome!
Acoustic Open Mic Night, Weds. June 4th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Come and share your talents. Steve Brennan is the host.
Alzheimer’s Café, Friday June 6th, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Join us!
Summer Reading Registration, “Fizz, Boom, Read!” begins Mon. June 9th. Our 5 week program will run from June 23rd through July 25th. Prizes, performers (science and magic), science experiments, 3-D printers, open mic night, animals, storytimes, xbox night, writing group, children’s museum, games…Don’t miss it. More details coming soon! Ages 12 & under and all are welcome!
Helping a New England Native: The New England Cottontail Rabbit, Mon. June 9th , 7:00-9:30 p.m. - Young forests provide essential homes for a large variety of native wildlife and we are losing both at a rapid rate in New Hampshire. Among the species that are suffering is the New England cottontail, the region’s only native rabbit. We can take action to reverse the decline. Come learn about upcoming efforts on nearby NH Fish & Game lands to provide habitat for New England cottontails and nearly 65 other young forest wildlife. Also learn how some of your own neighbors are making an essential contribution in maintaining our wildlife legacy on their lands and how you can help too. Together, we can make sure that New Hampshire’s diverse array of wildlife survives for future generations to enjoy while providing people more opportunities to hear and see all of our treasured wildlife. 7:00 – 7:15 - Welcome Cory Riley, Manager of the Great Bay Estuarine Research Reserve, 7:15 – 7:45 Saving a Species – Regional and State Efforts to Restore New England Cottontails, Heidi Holman, Wildlife Biologist, NH Fish & Game Department, 7:45 – 8:15 - Reversing the Decline of Young Forests on NH Fish & Game Lands – Past and Potential Future Projects in the Durham Area, Jim Oehler, State Lands Habitat Biologist, NH Fish & Game, Bryan Comeau, Forester, NH Division of Forests and Lands 8:15 – 8:45 - Helping to Save a New England Native on Your Own Land, Don Kierstead, Ecologist, NH Natural Resources Conservation Service, 8:45 – Questions.
McGregor Memorial EMS First Aid Course, Tues. June 10th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Visit cprsafe.org for information and to register. Fee is $20.00
McGregor Memorial EMS CPR Course, Tues. June 17th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Visit cprsafe.org for information and to register. Fee is $20.00
Local Author Visit, Catherine Geiger, Author of “The Witch Market”, Thurs. June 19th, 7:00-8:00 pm. - Talented local author, Catherine Geiger visits the Durham Library. Join us as she talks about her new book "The Witch Market". Catherine's book will be available for purchase and signing.
Patch Club! The Patch Club ends on May 31st for the year. Hang onto your bookmarks and bring them back on Sept. 1st.
Join the Durham Public Library Birthday Book Club. Celebrate a child’s birthday in a unique way with a gift of a book to the library. Talk to the children’s librarian at the children’s desk for more details.
Visit the DPL website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more information.
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WEEKLY ARREST REPORT
*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.
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Each year for Memorial Day we close with the following poem written in 1915 by John McCrae, a Canadian physician, poet, and solider who died in France in 1918.
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In Flanders Fields
By John McCrae
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high,
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
Have a peaceful Memorial Day weekend.
Todd
Todd I. Selig, Administrator
Town of Durham, NH
T: 603-868-5571 F: 603-868-5572
tselig@ci.durham.nh.us http://www.ci.durham.nh.us
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